Troublemaker Red

Description

”Comprised of varietals that flourish in Paso Robles’ distinct growing region, Troublemaker consists of Syrah, Grenache, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Mourvedre. Syrah is the backbone of the wine, setting the stage for a fruit-forward style and full body. Petite Sirah contributes to the deep ruby color. Sweet and bright red fruit flavours of Grenache blend with the deep ruby color. Sweet and bright red fruit flavors of Grenache blend with the rustic and lively flavours of the mourvedre, while Zinfandel adds its signature sing to round out the blend.VINEYARDS The grapesfor Troublemakerare sourced from a few key sites throughout the Central Coast, with the majority of those vineyards located in Paso Robles – El Pomar, Estrella and Templeton Gap Districts. The moderate coastal climate vineyards of the Arroyo grande Valley as well as sites in Monterey County were chosen for their unique characteristics, ultimately leadingto a more complex blend.PRODUCTION The grapes were harvested, crushed, then cold-soaked prior to fermentation in five-ton, open-toptanks, as well as 20-60 ton closed-top stainless steel tanks for 7 to 14 days. Wines were aged in oak for 14 months an average. All barrel aging was done in French and American oak barrels, 15% of which were new. Blend 9 was first assembled in January 2015 and cross-flow filtered prior to bottling in June of 2015.TASTING TroublemakerBlend 9 has a deep purple-black color. Bold fruit aromas of muddled blackberry and spicy raspberry combine with smoke, white pepper, clove, tobacco, leather and sweet brown baking spices. Troublemakerhas a full juicy-fruit intensity on the palate with a smoky, toasted oak finish.” – Austin Hope